Transportation Engineer (Highway)

Rinker Design Associates, LLC; Manassas (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A Virginia-based engineering firm is seeking a passionate Transportation Design Engineer (Highway) to join their Transportation Platform team. In this role, you'll design and develop essential transportation projects while collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering, 4–7 years of experience, and a PE license in Virginia. The position offers hybrid flexibility and a $10,000 sign-on bonus, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of hands-on experience in transportation design and/or project management.
• PE license in Virginia or EIT with the ability to obtain PE within 1 year.
• Familiarity with VDOT standards and project delivery processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop transportation projects including roads, highways, and traffic management systems.
• Collaborate with planners, engineers, contractors, and public agencies.
• Prepare engineering designs and documentation that align with VDOT standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Overview

Design the Future of Virginia’s Transportation with RDA. Rinker Design Associates, LLC (RDA) is looking for a passionate and skilled Transportation Design Engineer (Highway) to join our growing Transportation Platform team. Based in one of our Virginia offices — Manassas, Richmond, Waynesboro, Fredericksburg, or Virginia Beach — you’ll play a key role in building smarter, safer, and more efficient infrastructure across the Commonwealth. This role is eligible for a $10,000 sign‑on bonus! Hybrid flexibility. If you’re driven by purpose, love collaborating with talented professionals, and want to see your designs come to life, this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Shape communities: Design and develop transportation projects including roads, highways, and traffic management systems that directly improve how people move.
• Team up for success: Collaborate with planners, engineers, contractors, and public agencies to deliver exceptional results.
• Grow your expertise: Assist with project management activities such as scheduling, cost estimation, and resource planning.
• Deliver quality work: Prepare engineering designs and documentation that align with VDOT standards.
• Lead by example: Support and mentor junior team members while upholding high technical standards.
• Stay ahead of the curve: Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal transportation regulations.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering (or related field)
• 4–7 years of hands‑on experience in transportation design and/or project management
• PE license in Virginia or EIT with the ability to obtain PE within 1 year
• Familiarity with VDOT standards and project delivery processes
• Proficiency in MicroStation preferred
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and team collaboration skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan; Roth Contributions
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short‑term and long‑term disability
• Generous PTO and 8 federal holidays + 1 floating holiday
• Parental leave
• Supportive team culture

RDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Applicants that require an employment visa sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.